Drinking a few cups of green tea every day may help prevent heart disease. New research from Greece showed that compounds in the popular Asian tea improve blood flow and increase the ability of arteries to relax. Researchers noticed that the beneficial effects of drinking green tea appeared pretty quickly, within 30 minutes.
Researchers also noted […]
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Green Tea Protects the Heart
Published July 3rd, 2008 in Healthy Foods, Heart Health and Health Studies. 0 CommentsStudy: Mediterranean diet better than low-fat for heart health
Published November 22nd, 2006 in Healthy Foods, Heart Health and Health Studies. 1 CommentEating a Mediterranean-style diet may protect your heart better than a low-fat diet, according to a recent study from Spain. Researchers found that a traditional Mediterranean diet — rich in healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables — helped older people improve their cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood […]
Study: Severe psoriasis may increase heart attack risk
Published October 11th, 2006 in Skin Health, Health Warnings, Heart Health and Health Studies. 0 CommentsPeople with severe psoriasis — especially those under the age of 50 — have a higher risk of suffering a heart attack, according to a new study from the University of Pennsylvania. If you suffer from the skin disease be sure to discuss ways to improve your cardiovascular health with your doctor.
From JAMA and Archives […]
Study: Drinking green tea protects against disease, extends life
Published September 13th, 2006 in Healthy Foods and Health Studies. 0 CommentsPeople who drink a lot of green tea live longer, according to a new study from Japan. Researchers found that high levels of green tea consumption significantly cuts the risk of dying from a variety of illnesses, especially cardiovascular disease. The powerful polyphenol antioxidants found in green tea may be responsible for its ability to […]